Chicago Police Seek White Lincoln SUV in West Englewood Hit-and-Run

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Chicago police are searching for the driver of a white and black 2010 Lincoln MKT SUV that hit two girls, ages 6 and 15, in the West Englewood neighborhood on Friday morning. The driver fled the scene without providing aid or information. Police have released an image of the vehicle, which may have front-end, hood, or windshield damage, and are asking the public for help identifying the driver.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run incidents are a serious problem in Chicago, with many drivers fleeing the scene of crashes that injure or kill pedestrians. This case highlights the need for better driver accountability and public awareness around the importance of remaining at the scene of a collision to render aid and provide information to authorities.

The details

The two girls were crossing the street around 7:42 a.m. in the 1700 block of West 69th Street when they were struck by the SUV. The driver did not stop to help the victims or provide any information about the crash. Police have released an image of the vehicle, described as a white and black 2010 Lincoln MKT with Illinois license plate "FS73498". The SUV may have damage to the front, hood, and/or windshield, and has a sticker on the left side of the rear window.

• The incident occurred on Friday, February 21, 2026 around 7:42 a.m.

What’s next

The investigation by the Major Accidents Investigation Unit is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information about the vehicle or driver to come forward.